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Thank You – Our CQC Report is In!

Our CQC Report – We are happy to share the results of our latest check by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). The CQC is an ...

Breast screening – Save the date, it could save your life

Taking your bra off at the end of the day feels great, and so does getting your breast screening sorted. Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women in England, and the risk increases with age. Regular screening is crucial as it can detect cancer too small to feel or see, saving around 1,300 lives each year in the UK. Who gets invited? Finding cancer early increases the chances of successful treatment. Breast screening can detect cancer before you can feel it, or it can put your mind at ease. So, when you’re invited, save the date—it could save your life. For more information, visit the NHS website to learn about breast screening.

Bowel cancer screening program

Did you know there’s a vaccine for RSV?

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) can cause serious respiratory illness, especially in young babies and older adults. A newvaccine is now available to protect those most ...

Culinary medicine exchange at Lonsdale

Culinary Medicine – In March 2025, we welcomed four trainee chefs from Feltre, Italy. They visited us with the head of hospitality from Westminster Kingsway ...

Protect your family: Understanding the MMR vaccine

The MMR vaccine protects against measles, mumps, and rubella, which can cause serious health problems. It’s important to get vaccinated to keep yourself and others safe, especially with recent measles cases in the news. Who should get the MMR vaccine? How does the vaccine work? Find out more If you have questions or need a dose, contact your GP practice.  For more information, visit the NHS website or check the MMRVaXPro and Priorix patient leaflets.  For details on vaccines and porcine gelatine, visit the GOV.UK website. Keeping your vaccinations up to date is a simple way to stay healthy and protect our community!

Changes to childhood vaccines from July 2025

Starting July 2025, there are changes to childhood vaccines for babies and young children to keep them safer. Here’s what’s new: Childhood Vaccines – What’s changed? New 18-month appointment (from January 2026): What stays the same? Why these changes? Childhood Vaccines – Need more info? For more details, visit the NHS Vaccinations website: nhs.uk/conditions/vaccinations/

Mounjaro update

Mounjaro (tirzepatide) will soon be available on the NHS for weight management. However, it is only offered to those with the highest clinical need through specialist weight management services. Eligibility criteria: Please refrain from booking an appointment with your GP regarding Mounjaro if you do not meet these criteria.

Knitting club

We are thrilled to host a knitting club every Tuesday at the Lonsdale café.  New members are always welcome, and there is no charge to ...

Power of music fund winners

We are delighted to have been selected for a Power of Music Fund for our award-winning weekly wellbeing cafe.  The grant supports grassroots music and ...